The River Church
Cross to Bear
On September 3, The River (@HitTheRiver) talks about the cross we bear.
Locations & Times
Expand- The River Church5546 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, Liberty Township, OH 45044, USASunday 9:45 AM, Sunday 11:15 AM
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River News
ExpandFamily Outdoor Movie Night
Enjoy a fun night with the family watching Sing out back on the big screen on Friday, September 8 at 8:30pm. Bring your chairs and blankets, because we will be watching the movie out behind The River’s building. Popcorn, snacks and drinks will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. The movie night is happening rain or shine. We will move indoors if it is wet outside. More info at https://hittheriver.com/events/family-movie-night-090817
Combined Outdoor Service
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and join us in the grassy field behind the church building on Sunday, September 10 for a church-wide family outdoor service at 10:30am. In honor of the NFL opening day, feel free to wear your favorite football jersey.
This is the only service that morning. Nursery and Toddler rooms will be open for children under three years of age. Children three and older are asked to join their parents outside.
Set Up - We are looking for some volunteers to help set up tables, chairs and canopies before the service. If you can help set up or have a canopy we can borrow, fill out a connection card, write “Outdoor Set-Up” or “Canopy” on the card and drop it in the offering bucket.
Potluck to Follow Outdoor Service
Stay and share in a potluck after our Outdoor Service on September 10. Last names beginning A-L, bring a side dish or salad ; M-Z bring a main dish. For dessert, we are thankful to be blessed by the Wren family who is providing free ice cream from the Mobile Cone. Grilled hot dogs will also be available.
Baptisms
If you would like to be baptized at our outdoor service on September 10, please let us know on the connection card or sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/outdoor-service-091017. Write your contact information and “Baptism” on the card and drop it in the offering bucket at the end of today’s service.
Women’s Study Open House
You are invited, Sunday evening September 10, 6:30pm-8:00pm to The River Church where we will be talking about the upcoming study “The Power of a Praying Woman” and taking time to fellowship. This Fall we will be trying something new for women whose schedule doesn’t allow time to meet with us on Tuesdays, but would still want to be part of the group. We are going to set up a closed group on Facebook. Any questions or to RSVP, contact Edna at Edna.Woodrick@gmail.com .
Fall Woman's Study
“In our pray-and-run existence, we shut off the very avenue by which God brings blessings into our lives.” Stormie Omartian
- Do you ever wonder how to PRAY EFFECTIVELY for yourself?
Do you know how POWERFULLY prayer can change you, your relationships, and your life?
- Do you ever feel too overwhelmed to know EXACTLY WHAT to pray for?
- Do you sometimes wonder if God is even LISTENING?
Our next study will be The Power of a Praying Woman by Stormie Omartian. Classes start on Tuesday, September 12, 9:30am-11:30am and evenings 6:30pm-8:30pm. For more information and to register, go to https://hittheriver.com/events/womens-study-power-praying-woman.
Women’s Mentoring Program
On Wednesday, September 27 from 6:30pm-8:30pm here at the church, our Women’s Ministry Mentoring program will be launched. This program is designed to help women grow in their walk with Christ by having a woman in their life who will be there to listen, pray for them, laugh with them, share life experiences, as well as give some advice. If you are interested in joining, please send an email to info@HitTheRiver.com and let us know you are interested in joining.
The Compass Game Night
Join others ages 18 to 30 for a new group called Compass – where we focus on His direction as we navigate this crazy life together. We promise to be real, relevant and really entertaining. Come for dinner and games from 6:30pm-8:00pm on Friday, September 29 at The River Church. Bring friends. For more information, or to let us know to expect you, you can sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/compass-game-night or contact Lindsey Hilty (513) 371-3566 or ljhilty@gmail.com.
The Real Heaven Study
On Sunday, September 17, we will be offering a new study called "The Real Heaven: What the Bible Actually Says" on Sunday morning in our Sunday Morning Communities that meet during both the 9:45am and 11:15am services.
What comes to mind when you think of heaven? Clouds? Harps? Angels? Singing? Now, honestly, does that really sound like a great way to spend eternity? The good news is, that is NOT what heaven is like. And when you discover what really awaits you there, it will radically change your view of your future and of heaven. Sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/real-heaven-study
Dinner With The Elders
You are invited to join the Elders for a pizza dinner at the church on Monday, September 18, from 5:30pm-6:30pm. If interested, please sign up by emailing the office at info@HitTheRiver.com! Space is limited to 12 adults.
Worship Team-Volunteers Needed
The River Church Band and Tech Team is in need of Sound Techs. If you have been thinking about joining the team, now is the time! If interested please see Kim Porter or send her an email at Kim@HitTheRiver.com.
You Are Enough!
Do you ever feel like you are just not “enough”?
On October 6-7, we want to invite you to come to our fall retreat held at Higher Ground Conference and Retreat Center in West Harrison, Indiana. It’s going to be a time of relaxation, refreshment, and laughter, a time to meet new friends, connect with old ones and hear Barb Roose encourage, inspire and equip us as God’s beautiful daughters.
The cost is $89 and it includes 3 meals and one overnight stay. A $20 deposit is required to hold your spot. Sign up and pay online at https://hittheriver.com/events/enough-womens-retreat
Giving Thanks - Niederman Barn
We have a wonderful church community, so we want to set aside a special time to be able to fellowship and have fun with you. SAVE THE DATE for Wednesday, October 25 when you are invited to join us at the the Neiderman Barn. More information online at https://hittheriver.com/events/river-church-niederman-farm-102517.
Can We Pray for You?
We have an email network of people who are committed to pray for you wether it’s big or small. Email your prayer request to prayer@HitTheRiver.com.
The Impact of Prayer
You have a direct impact on the lives of others through prayer. By joining the prayer chain you will be able to help others who are in need that may or may not have someone in their life to pray for them.
When you join the prayernet, you will receive emails with requests for prayer. At this time we average two requests per week. All you need to do is pray for that person in your own personal way. “And since we know He hears us when we make our requests, we also know that He will give us what we ask for. 1 John 5:15.” If you would like to join, please email prayer@HitTheRiver.com and let us know you are interested in joining.
Angels Among Us
There are times in life when we can be in a situation where a meal would be a blessing, such as after giving birth or when dealing with a medical situation. Through our Angels Among Us ministry, you can help people within our church by bringing them a meal. To join, send an email to info@HitTheRiver.com letting us know you’d like to be part of this ministry. When a need arises, you will receive an email asking if you can sign up to bring a meal. If you are in a situation where you could be blessed by a meal, please email us at info@HitTheRiver.com.
Aid for Hurricane Harvey Victims
We’ve chosen to work with Matthew 25 Ministries here in Cincinnati as they will provide a Christ-centered and ongoing response to help the victims of Hurricane Harvey. You are encouraged to give through text-to-give and designate it: Harvey. We will then send a single check from The River Church to Matthew 25 Ministries for their relief efforts. Your gift will be tax-deductible as well. You can also give online at https://hittheriver.com/give-online or through the Sunday offering.
In addition to financial donations, the following items are also being received by Matthew 25 Ministries and can be dropped off at the Fireplace at The River Church.
- Non-Perishable Food: PULL TOP canned vegetables, fruits etc.; ready to eat dry goods such as nuts, peanut butter, dried fruits, granola and trail mixes, jerky, ready to eat snacks; bottled water; ready- to-eat meals or MREs, etc.
- Personal Care Products: Antibacterial soap, hand sanitizer, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, body wash, deodorant, lotion etc.
- Cleaning supplies: Laundry detergents, general cleaner, sponges, bleach (powdered form is preferred), mops, scrub brushes, buckets, rubber gloves etc.
- Paper products: Toilet paper, paper towels etc.
- Baby and infant supplies: Diapers, wipes, diaper rash ointment, baby wash, baby shampoo, baby lotion etc.
- First-Aid items: Bandages, gauze, pads, first aid tape, antiseptic creams, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, latex gloves, instant cold packs etc.
If you would like to donate your time, Matthew 25 Ministries needs help in their distribution center sorting all the incoming donations. To volunteer, go to this link for more information m25m.org/help/volunteering.
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http://www.facebook.com/HitTheRiver“I see no hope for the future of our people if they are dependent on the frivolous youth of today, for certainly all youth are reckless beyond words. When I was a boy, we were taught to be discrete and respectful of elders, but the present youth are exceedingly wise and impatient of restraint.” –Hesiod 700BC
Community Groups
We believe life change happens best when people intentionally connect with each other. Our primary way to connect people is through community groups. If you would like to get more information about community groups check out this link, which takes you to our website where you can fill out a form to get connected into one.
http://riv.cc/RivGroupsGive Online
If you would like to join us in impacting the world around us locally and globally you can do so right on your mobile device by clicking the link "Give" below. You can also give by text just text the AMOUNT of your donation to 84321 to make your donation. Thank you for your generosity!
https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/giving